Prof Kate Pumpa

Professor Kate Pumpa is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist and Advanced Accredited Sports Dietitian, with expertise in optimising sporting performance through nutritional and physiological interventions. Kate commenced as a Professor of Sport and Exercise Physiology at University College Dublin in January 2023, relocating from The University of Canberra, Australia. Kate has extensive clinical and research experience in High Performance Sport, particularly in Rugby Union and Basketball. In Australia, Kate was the chair of the Course Accreditation Committee for Exercise and Sport Science Australia, which was responsible for the accreditation of all exercise and sport science, and exercise physiology degrees across Australia. Kate is a graduate of the Australian Company Directors Course, and has experience as a board member on the University of Canberra Council from January 2020 – December 2022.